1972 Ford Torino vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Bravo (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Because 1972 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Fiat Bravo (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Torino | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Ford | Fiat |
| Model | Torino | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 57 L |
